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Two identical batteries each of e.m.f 2 V and internal resistance $1\, \Omega$ are available to produce heat in an external resitance by passing a current through it. The maximum power that can be developed across R using these batteries is

Updated On: Jul 13, 2024
  • 3.2 W
  • 2.0 W
  • 1.28 W
  • $\frac{8}{9} W$
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

For maximum current, the two batteries should be connected in series. The current will be maximum when external resistance is equal to the total internal resistance of cells i.e.$2\, \Omega$.
Hence power developed across the resistance R will be

$\, \, \, \, \, I^2R=\bigg(\frac{2E}{R+2r}\bigg)^2 \, \, R=\bigg(\frac{2 \times 2}{2+2}\bigg)^2 \times 2 = 2\, W$
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Electric Power

Power is defined as the rate of doing work. Electric power is the rate at which electrical energy is transferred through an electric circuit, i.e. the rate of transfer of electricity. The symbol for Electric Power is ‘P’. SI unit of electric power is Watt. 

Electric Power Formula

P = VI 

From Ohm's Law, V = IR

Hence, Power can also be expressed as P = I2R